Emma Holjak

BIOM*4180

[Cassandra Collins @CassfCollins]

Ever wonder why heart cancer is rare? Interesting news article I found that explores why the heart isn't vulnerable to cancer. #biom4180

https://t.co/nX0GGbXn1n

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

#biom4180

[Adrian Dix @adriandix]

Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time.
@HeartandStroke shared with MLAs today that survival rates drop each minute without CPR or an AED. Be the bystander who can save a life! Learn to use an #AED in just 90 seconds: https://t.co/3IL1nSZ9GH #RestartAHeart

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

Researchers have found that your ears can be used for #ECG signal detection. ❗️👂🏽. Further studies will be conducted to verify these findings with the goal of creating a single lead, easy to use, wearable ECG device #biom4180

[European Society of Cardiology News @ESCardioNews]

Ears can be used for #ECG to predict #heart rhythm https://t.co/Pn5Sb7v2bV

#EHRA_ESC #HealthCare #cardionews #cardiotwitter

[Karina Vyas @karinavyas]

WHO listed the top health threats for 2019. Alongside the anti-vaccination, air pollution was at the top of the list. The air pollution in some areas of the world is so bad, it is comparable to smoking cigarettes! Pollution acts as an irritant promoting atherosclerosis. #biom4180

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

#biom4180

[Cardiology Today @CardiologyToday]

Alcohol abstinence reduces arrhythmia recurrences, BP in moderate drinkers with AF - #ACC19, #ACCEP, #CHD, #CardioTwitter, https://t.co/fi6MhtVm1R

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

Another reason to quit smoking. 🚬🚫 This article outlines a meta-analysis that found that there is an increased risk of congenial heart defects in babies who's fathers smoke #biom4180 https://t.co/XEZdf7BZlk

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

It's time to turn off the TV! 📺 This study found that individuals who watch more TV are more likely to have carotid atheromatic plaques. Due to these results researchers are encouraging individuals to avoid long term sedentary behaviours #biom4180 https://t.co/ynYyMeOR1F

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

Being overweight can increase one's risk for cardiovascular related issues. This study found that rather than telling a patient to improve their diet suggesting a specific program for them to partake in resulted in a greater weight loss
#biom4180 https://t.co/3XXIawyXnO

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

#biom4180

[Cardiology Today @CardiologyToday]

Seven alcoholic drinks per week enough to increase odds of hypertension - #ACC19, #CardioTwitter, #CHD, #VascularDisease, @DrWanpen https://t.co/EIuiV1LZwb

[Joey C @jc_4180]

Current mobile ECG devices require two free hands, but what if symptoms of a heart disorder occur while driving? A study showed that the ear can be used to detect ECG signals, putting easier-to-use single-lead ECG devices on the horizon. #biom4180 https://t.co/85OhDzzVyh

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

#biom4180 ☕️

[American Heart Association @American_Heart]

Coffee is a must on a Monday morning. But did you know a little pick-me-up may bring down your risk of stroke? Go ahead and pour a second cup. https://t.co/fQzfFb81rS

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

This article outlines a possible future treatment of high blood pressure that is currently under investigation. This treatment involves renal denervation which is achieved using an ultrasound. So far they have observed positive results!
#biom4180 https://t.co/zW4TKy9KhL

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

This study found that if the 2 major healthcare insurance companies in the USA "prescribed fruits/veggies" or paid for a % of their cost 1.9 million cases of heart disease would be prevented & this would actually end up saving them money too! #biom4180 https://t.co/IT576TKDcm

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

It's never too late to start living a healthier lifestyle! Researchers have found that adults who become active later in life show various health benefits including a lower risk of CVD-related mortality #biom4180 https://t.co/p5eJZFKoZz

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

This article outlines some great tips for reducing your sodium intake. Keep in mind when you’re doing your groceries this weekend that sodium has been shown to have adverse effects on your cardiovascular system, so make sure you are keeping those sodium levels in check! #biom4180

[Heart & Stroke @HeartandStroke]

Take these tips to the grocery store to help you give excess sodium the slip. #NutritionMonth

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

@AnnaRagoobar Cool article! I found it interesting that tea's protective affects are due to the #flavonoids which tea contains. Flavonoids have been shown to have anti-thrombotic and anti-inflammatory effects in the body! #biom4180

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

In patients with #hypogonadism lower levels of testosterone are being treated using testosterone replacement therapy. This therapy has been shown to decrease both cardiovascular (CV) events and CV related deaths in patients #biom4180 https://t.co/TMwzwsF26I

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

Just another reason to make sure you are keeping your sodium intake in check . An excess sodium intake can have various negative effects on the cardiovascular system including high blood pressure and an increased risk for heart failure. #biom4180

[American Heart News @HeartNews]

How much sodium should you get in a day? Probably less than you are getting now. Get the scoop on sneaky sodium here: https://t.co/JHNtOPLpvN #HealthyForGood #NationalNutritionMonth #SaltAwarenessWeek

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

This article outlines a particular sub-group in the population that has a higher risk of developing Acute Cardiac Syndrome. Researchers have found that the siblings of children with rheumatoid arthritis have a higher risk of developing ACS #biom4180 https://t.co/cJIdkX1PMd

[Emma Holjak @CardioEmma]

#biom4180

[Cardiology Today @CardiologyToday]

Treatment for moderate to severe HF receives breakthrough device designation - #CardioTwitter, #FDA, @US_FDA https://t.co/jqLA9eNmuh